Power Generation Risk Engineer

London (Fenchurch Street) Hybrid (3+ days in office)
Up to 90 days international travel per year
Permanent Global Risk & Insurance Leader

iO Associates is partnering with a globally recognised insurance and risk advisory business seeking a Power Generation Risk Engineer to join its world-class team. This role is ideal for someone with deep experience in power plant operations or engineering who's ready to transition into a technical advisory position that blends site expertise, client interaction, and global exposure.

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  Conduct detailed risk surveys at conventional and renewable power generation sites
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  Analyse operational risks, safety systems, and business interruption exposures
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  Deliver reports and risk prevention recommendations to clients and underwriters
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  Manage survey programs and act as technical liaison between field engineering and underwriting teams
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  Learn from real-world losses and apply root cause insights to prevent future incidents

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  10+ years in power plant engineering, operations, or OEM manufacturing (boilers, turbines, transformers, etc.)
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  Strong knowledge of safety standards, ideally with NEBOSH and ISO familiarity
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  Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree (or equivalent)
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  Excellent communication skills to present technical risks and guide underwriters
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  Physically capable and willing to travel globally (up to 90 days/year)
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  Ability to interpret third-party technical data and apply engineering judgment

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  Knowledge of gas turbines, thermal, nuclear, or renewable power stations
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  Experience in power generation construction/design projects
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  Prior work with insurance, loss adjusting, or technical risk analysis
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  Multilingual or experience working across global cultures

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  Be part of a global brand reshaping risk through technology and expertise
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  Collaborate with industry-leading engineers and underwriters
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  Competitive Total Rewards benefits package
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  Clear career progression in a culture of inclusion and innovation

Ready to apply your power generation experience in a high-impact, global context?

Apply now or contact Tommy Collishaw at iO Associates for a confidential chat.